Product Engineering Services Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Service, By Organization Size, By End User, By Region & Competition, 2021-2031F

Description

The Global Product Engineering Services Market is projected to expand from USD 1305.56 Billion in 2025 to USD 1921.15 Billion by 2031, registering a compound annual growth rate of 6.65%. These services cover the complete spectrum of specialized consulting, design, and testing necessary for creating physical and digital products, managing the lifecycle from early concepts to manufacturing and retirement. Key factors driving this market expansion include the urgent need for enterprises to speed up their time-to-market and the strategic necessity of lowering research and development costs through outsourcing. Additionally, the growing complexity involved in combining embedded software and connectivity with hardware forces manufacturers to rely on external experts to fill internal skill gaps and maintain product quality.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size 2025	USD 1305.56 Billion
Market Size 2031	USD 1921.15 Billion
CAGR 2026-2031	6.65%
Fastest Growing Segment	Small and Medium Organization
Largest Market	North America

Despite these growth drivers, the industry faces a major hurdle regarding the shortage of engineering talent skilled in niche technologies, which limits the ability of service providers to scale their operations quickly. This disparity between the supply of talent and demand often results in project delays and higher operational costs. As reported by NASSCOM, global enterprise spending on Engineering, Research, and Development reached 1.53 trillion U.S. dollars in 2024, highlighting the massive scale of investment that requires a robust and capable workforce to sustain the sector's momentum.

Market Driver

The integration of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI acts as a primary catalyst for the Global Product Engineering Services Market. As businesses strive to build intelligent features into their hardware and software products, they increasingly depend on external engineering partners to handle complex tasks such as model training, edge computing deployment, and algorithm optimization. This trend is especially distinct as companies move from pilot phases to full-scale implementation, requiring specialized skills that are often unavailable internally to speed up development cycles. According to the Infosys Knowledge Institute's 'Generative AI Radar 2023 - North America' report from January 2024, companies in the region anticipated a 67% rise in Generative AI spending to improve product functionality and operations, prompting service providers to broaden their portfolios with AI-driven design and testing to help clients modernize without high internal overhead.

The widespread adoption of Industry 4.0 creates a simultaneous demand for engineering expertise to enable the convergence of operational technology and information technology. Manufacturers are actively upgrading legacy systems with IoT sensors and connectivity to facilitate predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring, requiring sophisticated engineering support. Rockwell Automation's '9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report' from March 2024 notes that 95% of manufacturers are using or assessing smart manufacturing technology to enhance agility and quality. This surge in industrial digitalization compels firms to outsource the architectural design of connected ecosystems to vendors with specific domain knowledge, a trend supported by the European Patent Office's 2024 data showing a 2.9% increase in patent applications to 199,275, reflecting the sustained global R&D investment underpinning market growth.

Market Challenge

The shortage of skilled engineering talent capable of working with niche technologies serves as a significant constraint on the Global Product Engineering Services Market. As products become increasingly dependent on complex embedded software and connectivity, the demand for specialized technical expertise far exceeds the available labor supply. This widening gap restricts the ability of service providers to scale their operations efficiently or meet the aggressive timelines required by enterprise clients. Consequently, service providers are frequently forced to delay project starts or turn down potential contracts altogether, which directly reduces revenue generation and stalls the sector's overall progress.

The operational impact of this shortage is compounded by rising costs, as intense competition for limited resources drives up wages and compresses profit margins. This environment undermines the strategic advantage of outsourcing, which is typically intended to optimize research and development costs. According to the American Council of Engineering Companies, in 2024, over 50 percent of engineering firms reported refusing work specifically due to workforce shortages. This statistic demonstrates how the talent deficit directly translates into lost business volume, acting as a measurable impediment to the continued expansion of the market.

Market Trends

The utilization of Digital Twins for Virtual Prototyping and Simulation is transforming product development by allowing engineers to validate designs in a virtual setting before physical fabrication occurs. This approach enables manufacturers to simulate intricate scenarios, significantly reducing material waste and accelerating design iterations. The ability to generate high-fidelity virtual replicas is becoming a requirement for competitive R&D, moving beyond simple 3D modeling to full-scale functional simulation. According to Siemens, in their 'Industrial Metaverse Research Study' from November 2024, 62% of globally operating companies increased their spending on industrial metaverse technologies, which incorporate digital twins for advanced simulation, during the year.

The implementation of Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Engineering Design has emerged as a top priority, driven by stricter regulations and consumer preferences for decarbonization. Engineering providers are increasingly tasked with integrating circular economy principles into the design phase, focusing on material selection and energy efficiency to minimize environmental impact. This trend requires a re-evaluation of the product lifecycle, compelling enterprises to balance functional performance with environmental standards. According to Autodesk's '2024 State of Design & Make' report from April 2024, 78% of industry respondents indicated that sustainability is crucial for future business growth, driving the demand for green engineering solutions.

Key Market Players

International Business Machines Corporation
Wipro Limited
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
Accenture PLC
HCL Technologies Ltd.
Capgemini SE
ALTEN
Happiest Minds Technologies Limited
AVL List GmbH
AKKA Technologies SE

Report Scope

In this report, the Global Product Engineering Services Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Product Engineering Services Market, By Service

Product Engineering
Process Engineering
Support
Maintenance & Operations

Product Engineering Services Market, By Organization Size

Small and Medium Organization
Large Organization

Product Engineering Services Market, By End User

Automotive & Transportation
Industrial Manufacturing
Healthcare
IT & Telecom
Energy & Utilities
BFSI
Aerospace & Defense
Media & Entertainment
Others

Product Engineering Services Market, By Region

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Product Engineering Services Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Product Engineering Services Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Service (Product Engineering, Process Engineering, Support, Maintenance & Operations)
- 5.2.2. By Organization Size (Small and Medium Organization, Large Organization)
- 5.2.3. By End User (Automotive & Transportation, Industrial Manufacturing, Healthcare, IT & Telecom, Energy & Utilities, BFSI, Aerospace & Defense, Media & Entertainment, Others)
- 5.2.4. By Region
- 5.2.5. By Company (2025)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Product Engineering Services Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Service
- 6.2.2. By Organization Size
- 6.2.3. By End User
- 6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Service
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 6.3.2. Canada Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Service
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 6.3.3. Mexico Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Service
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By End User

7. Europe Product Engineering Services Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Service
- 7.2.2. By Organization Size
- 7.2.3. By End User
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Service
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 7.3.2. France Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Service
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Service
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By End User
- 7.3.4. Italy Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Service
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By End User
- 7.3.5. Spain Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Service
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By End User

8. Asia Pacific Product Engineering Services Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Service
- 8.2.2. By Organization Size
- 8.2.3. By End User
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Service
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.2. India Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Service
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.3. Japan Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Service
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.4. South Korea Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Service
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.5. Australia Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Service
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By End User

9. Middle East & Africa Product Engineering Services Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Service
- 9.2.2. By Organization Size
- 9.2.3. By End User
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Service
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 9.3.2. UAE Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Service
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 9.3.3. South Africa Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Service
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By End User

10. South America Product Engineering Services Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Service
- 10.2.2. By Organization Size
- 10.2.3. By End User
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Service
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 10.3.2. Colombia Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Service
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 10.3.3. Argentina Product Engineering Services Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Service
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Organization Size
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By End User

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Product Engineering Services Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. International Business Machines Corporation
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Wipro Limited
15.3. Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
15.4. Accenture PLC
15.5. HCL Technologies Ltd.
15.6. Capgemini SE
15.7. ALTEN
15.8. Happiest Minds Technologies Limited
15.9. AVL List GmbH
15.10. AKKA Technologies SE